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Gillette Stadium’s Biggest Crowd In Mass. History
Metallica recently rolled through Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, MA and played two nights. The attendance was about 62,000 one of those nights. It wasn't Metallica with the record. It wasn't Taylor Swift. The hate she gets sometimes is unreal. Some really big stars have come to Massachusetts over the years...
Late Night Cannabis Drive-Thru Now Available in Rhode Island
Your late-night cannabis fix has arrived in Rhode Island. Mother Earth Wellness in Pawtucket has extended its drive-thru hours, making it the first dispensary in New England to offer late-night hours. Mother Earth Wellness in Pawtucket. Mother Earth first opened on Esten Ave in 2022 and has continued to be...
Invasive spotted lanternfly infestation reported in Seekonk
SEEKONK, Mass. (WPRI) — The spotted lanternfly has once again been detected in Massachusetts, this time in Seekonk. The invasive insects are notorious for swarming during the late summer and fall. The Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources (MDAR) confirmed the infestation after several Seekonk residents reported seeing the bugs. This marks the third year since […]
MAYOR DONALD GREBIEN – PAWTUCKET, RI
Throughout the years, we’ve seen this festival grow and evolve, with newer events like Empanada Fest while continuing to honor beloved traditions such as the Dragon Boat Races. It’s incredible to see the journey which has led to the multi-faceted celebration we have today. I feel a deep sense of pride and nostalgia thinking about the countless memories we’ve made together over the years, and I’m excited to see what this year has in store for all of us.
Lion unhappy with costs of details
PLAINVILLE - Richard Sabin, a town resident and a member of the Lions Club voiced his displeasure to members of the select board Monday night with requirements to hire police and fire details for a recent fundraiser. Click the video below to watch that portion of the meeting. Monday’s meeting...
Warrant set for Oct. 7 special town meeting
PLAINVILLE - The warrant for the October 7 special town meeting was approved by the select board at their Monday night at town hall. The potential articles were reviewed individually with input from residents. Click the video below to watch that portion of the meeting. Monday’s meeting can be seen...
Taylor Swift in RI; Atlantic Mills sale; rebuilding Republicans: Top stories this week
Here are some of The Providence Journal's most-read stories for the week of Aug. 25, supported by your subscriptions. When a group of East Providence residents won a lengthy court fight to save Crescent Park's century-old Looff carousel from demolition in the 1970s, their victory had a side benefit: an expansion of green space at the...
Steward has "definitive agreements" to sell 3 hospitals in Mass.
BOSTON - Steward Health Care said Thursday it has "definitive agreements" to sell three of its hospitals in Massachusetts, as Gov. Maura Healey says the state is closer to being rid of the bankrupt company "once and for all."Rhode Island-based Lifespan has filed an asset purchase agreement to buy Saint Anne's Hospital in Fall River and Morton Hospital in Taunton. Lawrence General Hospital is set to buy the Holy Family hospital campuses in Methuen and Haverhill. "As Steward continues to progress through the ongoing Chapter 11 proceedings, we are thrilled to have identified such qualified acquirers for hospitals in the Commonwealth...
Polls open for early voting in September primary
In an effort to boost voter turnout and provide more flexibility to North Attleborough residents, the local election office is promoting different voting options. Election Coordinator Pat Dolan shared insights into the process and its benefits in a recent interview, explaining that early voting is all about time management and convenience. This option allows voters to cast their ballots at their own pace, avoiding potentially heavy Election Day crowds and conflicts with work or personal schedules. Early voting began on Aug. 24 and runs through Aug. 30.
Rhode Island's last surviving Tuskegee Airman Sgt. Victor Butler dies at 102
One of the last surviving Tuskegee Airmen has died. NBC 10 previously spoke with Sgt. Victor Butler when he turned 100 two years ago. The retired sergeant asked for birthday cards for his 100th birthday. Butler received tens of thousands of birthday cards, gifts and messages before and after his...
New option presented for new NAHS
NORTH ATTLEBORO - The school building committee overseeing the renovation and expansion of the high school or the building of a new facility met Tuesday at the Woodcock School Administration Building. They were presented an additional option for a new school, one based on recommendations the committee asked for after...
Rehoboth Residents Concerned about Bridge Work
Residents are concerned about traffic being diverted through their neighborhoods due to ongoing work on a bridge on Route 44. Selectman Lenny Mills said that is state road and has nothing to do with the town. Mills noted the work is not due to be completed until 2028. For now,...
'Never again': Stoughton woman whose cousin was wrongfully imprisoned wants seat at table
STOUGHTON — One local woman is running for a seat on the Governor's Council after a court ruled her cousin was wrongfully imprisoned for 27 years — fueling her campaigning and fight for justice and equality for all. Tamisha Civil is not like your ordinary candidate. If elected, she would be the first Black woman in the state's history to sit on the Governor's Council, she said. ...
School Enrollments Decline Despite Increased Building in Norfolk and Wrentham
By the beginning of 2024, both Norfolk and Wrentham were working to create new overlay districts that would comply with state regulations intended to increase housing. To comply with so-called MBTA Communities requirements, Norfolk and Wrentham are defining zoning districts that will allow development of high-density housing such as multi-story apartments, condos and townhomes.
Big Bad Officials Shut Down Kid’s Ice Cream Stand In Massachusetts
12-year-old Danny Doherty from Norwood, Massachusetts learned that hard lesson that no good deed goes unpunished. He was bored this summer and decided to open a little ice cream stand (a card table with homemade ice cream) to raise money for his brother’s hockey team. But the Boston Globe reports, that after just a few days, he was shut down.
Brennan Consulting Underway on Tri County Regional Technical Vocational HS Project
Franklin, MA – Brennan Consulting, Inc. announced it is working with Consigli Construction on the new Tri County Regional Technical Vocational High School, located at 147 Pond Street in Franklin. The existing 285,000sf vocational school, originally constructed in 1977, supports the 11 Commonwealth communities of Franklin, Medway, Medfield, Millis,...
Lindsey Street Water Main Replacement Update
Works continues on Lindsey Street. During the week of September 2, Jacap Drive, Ashden Court, Colts Way, Lindsey Farm Road, Roadway A, and Roadway B will be connected to the new main on Lindsey Street. The crew will continue tying water services over to the new main in these areas.
Runey Concerned About School Budget
As a new school year begins September 4 for the Dighton-Rehoboth Regional School District, Superintendent Bill Runey is apprehensive about the FY’ 26 school budget. “I’m seeing a concerning trend about this new Governor (Maura Healey),” Runey said on August 28. “The fact she decreased state aid last year and that definitely had an impact on us. I’m hoping we can do some work in the meantime with our state representatives to convince (Healey) that we need that funding to come back to normal because we’ve been through two very difficult budget years. We’ve made cuts to the teaching staff and we’re getting to the point where our class sizes are (at the point) that I’m comfortable with them in terms of delivering the best education to our students.”
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